Belgium transforms into a winter wonderland during the Christmas season, enchanting visitors with its festive atmosphere, twinkling lights, and rich traditions. With its charming cities, world-renowned Christmas markets, and culinary delights, Belgium is the perfect destination to celebrate the magic of the holidays.
Tradition of Christmas Markets
In Belgium, Christmas markets can be found almost everywhere, some running from the end of November until after New Year’s (including opening on Christmas Eve), while others last only for a week or a weekend (mainly in small…
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The Belgian coast stretches for 65 kilometers along the North Sea, forming the country’s westernmost coastal area. It runs from Knokke-Heist near the Dutch border to De Panne close to France. Despite its relatively short length, the coastline is densely built-up and heavily geared toward tourism. Thirteen seaside resorts make up the “Kust”, as it is called in Dutch. The entire region lies within the province of West Flanders.
One distinctive feature is the Kusttram, a coastal tram line that spans over 67 kilometers and… read more 
Large countries are characterized by their diverse landscapes and cities with distinct personalities. Belgium, however, is small: driving from north to south (Antwerp to Arlon) takes about 2.75 hours, while crossing from east to west (Eupen to Ostend) takes roughly 2.5 hours.
Despite its compact size of 30,000 square kilometers, Belgium offers an extraordinary variety: from fine sandy beaches along the North Sea coast, through the flat but water-rich region of Flanders, to the rolling hills of Wallonia, which are carved by deep river valleys.… 
The belfry (Dutch belfort, French beffroi) is a significant architectural and historical landmark in Belgium, particularly in Flanders, but also in Wallonia and northern France. These imposing towers were erected in the Middle Ages by secular city authorities or guilds as symbols of civic power, often in contrast to that of the Church. Many of these belfries have been preserved in Belgium and are now part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Most belfries were built during the Gothic period and rank among the most important… 
Belgium is a small country filled with historically significant sites. Currently, there are 79 UNESCO World Heritage sites in Belgium, with more being added. Here is an updated overview:
Grand Place in Brussels
The Grand Place in Brussels was built in the 11th century and is now the historic center of Brussels. Originally, the square showcased a vibrant mix of styles from the 15th to the 17th centuries. After its destruction in 1695, the city council redesigned it with its current cohesive Baroque facade.
Major… 
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